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Yes, women could legally own property in Texas by 1850, thanks to an 1840 statute granting them the right to control their separate property, including personal items, real estate, and investments brought into the marriage. The law also provided for equal sharing of any property accumulated jointly during the marriage.

Yes, Texas has a property tax, but it is not imposed at the state level. All property taxes are local, assessed and collected by counties, cities, school districts, and special-purpose districts. These local governments set their own rates and use the revenue to fund public services such as schools, roads, and emergency services, making property taxes a key source of local funding.

You cannot unilaterally remove a neighbor's fence, even if it's on your property. Texas law requires a specific notice period for removing joint or attached fences and prohibits the removal of a fence you are a joint owner of without mutual agreement. To prevent adverse possession claims, resolve this either through neighbor discussion or as a last resort via a lawsuit to determine the boundary and obtain removal authorization.

Yes, Texas is a community property state, meaning most property and debts acquired during marriage are jointly owned by both spouses, including homes, vehicles, and bank accounts. Property obtained before marriage or as a gift or inheritance remains separate. In divorce, community property is divided not strictly 50/50 but in a “just and right” manner based on the marriage circumstances.

Yes, you can bury someone on your property in Texas, but it must comply with state and local laws. Check with your county or city clerk for zoning restrictions, especially in flood-prone areas. State law also requires filing a statement of death within 24 hours and submitting a death certificate within ten days before the burial can occur.